Can I breastfeed?

Solution

Many women produce enough – or nearly enough – milk for their baby or babies with just one breast. In the first few weeks, frequent nursing combined with pumping after each nursing session is the best way to boost your milk production.

A mastectomy is a major life change with a mastectomy and now you're facing another one with your new baby. Nursing your newborn from your remaining breast may bring up difficult feelings, but it can also be very empowering.

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